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Building and Operations Senior Professional

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Position Number: 6712643
Location: Denver, CO
Position Type: Facilities Management

Building and Operations Senior Professional

University of Colorado Denver

Building and Operations Senior Professional-38233

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Position Details
University of Colorado | Denver
Official Title: Facilities Services Senior Professional
Working Title: Building and Operations Senior Professional
FTE: Full Time, 1.0 FTE | In-Person
Salary Range: $66,600-$69,930
Position #00679698- Requisition #38233

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Job Description
* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *

The Business School has approximately 85 full-time faculty, over 50 full-time staff serving 4,000 students with a $20 million plus budget. This position serves as the Business School subject matter expert on University and State procurement rules and processes. This position supports all faculty, staff, and D-2 programs in the Business School.

The position promotes, supports, manages, counsels, develops, and updates all rules and regulations of the Federal, State, University and Campus systems. This position is the primary liaison for the Business school regarding procurement. This includes internal and external constituents and all vendor relationships. This position manages all budgets, grant funds, procurement and contracts needed to administer all general and auxiliary funding to the Business School. This position ensures compliance with fiscal procedures and internal controls. This position reports any compliance/risk issues to the Dean(s).

Building and Operations Senior Professional
What you will do:

Facilities & Building Operations

Conduct daily building walks and check-ins with key support groups; participate in weekly meetings with the Operations team.
Oversee daily operations of Business School facilities, ensuring timely resolution of maintenance issues and service requests.
Create, submit, and track work orders for repairs, custodial needs, and general building upkeep.
Coordinate logistics for building access, fire and life safety systems, key distribution, space assignments, furniture moves/disposals, and shredding services.
Work closely with campus security, custodial staff, and maintenance teams to address immediate building needs and ensure smooth operations.
Review and process building access requests, monitor active building hours, and maintain access records.Maintain and distribute emergency planning materials, collaborating with CU Denver and AHEC to ensure procedures are current and communicated.
Perform monthly room setup checks and update space allocation data annually in the university's facilities system.

Front Desk & Student Staff Management

Hire, train, schedule, and supervise a team of front desk student workers to ensure a welcoming and helpful presence on the 1st floor.
Foster a commitment to exemplary experiences for students, visitors, faculty, and staff in the building.

Event & Space Coordination

Coordinate with staff, faculty, and departments for events, office moves, and transitions to ensure seamless execution.
Collaborate with the DC Facilities group as needed.

Inventory & Asset Management

Ensure FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment) are accurately recorded, inventoried, and maintained throughout the year.
Manage disposals and ordering in collaboration with the Assistant Dean, aligning with fiscal priorities.
Responsible for office supplies inventory and ordering.
Maintain Marketplace access and create supply orders.

Administrative Support

Order business cards and assist with printing jobs.
Manage mail and package deliveries.
Assist with various projects as required by the Assistant Dean of Finance and Operations.

Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications)
A bachelor's degree in a related field, from an accredited institution.
Two (2) years of experience in operations, logistics, or customer service to include supervisory and project management experience.

Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications)

Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience in student scheduling, including classroom placement, testing locations, access coordination, or similar scheduling experience.
Knowledge of University and Business School's rules and policies .
Previous experience at the University of Colorado in a similar position, using CU systems (Marketplace, Concur, HCM), University forms and policies/procedures.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships across all levels of the organization.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with leadership experience in advancing these values.
Proven ability to deliver outstanding customer service.
Capable of working independently and managing multiple priorities with attention to detail.
Skilled in navigating ambiguity and translating complex information into actionable outcomes.
Effective project and program planning, with the ability to set and achieve goals.
Strong leadership and supervisory skills, with a collaborative and creative approach to team environments.
Ability to maintain composure and positivity during frequent interruptions.
Understanding of and ability to articulate the University's mission and strategic priorities.

Conditions of Employment

This position is full-time in person, on-site from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday-Friday.

Mental, Physical, and/or Environmental Requirements

This role requires lifting, bending and physical ability to complete the projects needed in the building.
Walking and Standing: Daily building walks and physical inspections require regular movement throughout the facility.
Lifting and Carrying: May occasionally need to lift or move office supplies, packages, or small furniture (typically under 25 lbs).
Manual Dexterity: Needed for handling keys, operating office equipment, and managing supply orders.
Visual Acuity: Required for reading documents, monitoring building conditions, and using computer systems.
Emergency Situations: May be involved in emergency planning and response, requiring calm and effective action under pressure.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at workplaceengagement@ucdenver.edu.

Employment Sponsorship
Please be advised that this position is not eligible now or in the future for visa sponsorship.

Compensation and Benefits
The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $ 66,600-$69,930 .
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits
Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will be given to complete applications received by Nov 24, 2025, 11:59:00 PM Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Required Application Materials:
To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach:

A cover letter which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications

A current CV/resume

List of three references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references)

Questions should be directed to Lauren Galleri, Lauren.Galleri@ucdenver.edu.

Background Check Policy.
The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational, clinical, research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must, therefore, consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment/employment.

Special Instructions to Applicants:Required Application Materials: To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach:

A cover letter which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications

A current CV/resume

List of three references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references)Questions should be directed to Lauren Galleri, Lauren.Galleri@ucdenver.edu.

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References Application Materials Instructions: Application Deadline Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will be given to complete applications received by Nov 24, 2025, 11:59:00 PM. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Job Category: Facilities/Labor,Trades & Crafts

Primary Location: Denver

Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 30055 - Business School

Schedule: Full-time

Posting Date: Nov 10, 2025

Unposting Date: Nov 25, 2025, 6:59:00 AM

Posting Contact Name: Lauren Galleri

Posting Contact Email: Lauren.Galleri@ucdenver.edu

Position Number: 00679698

To apply, please visit: https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=38233&lang=en